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Summer Safety Tips

Ah, summer—fun in the sun, the great outdoors, maybe a family vacation. Summer is a great opportunity to spend time as a family because (sing it with us) “schooooool’s out for sum-mer!” To help ensure everyone stays safe, check out our springtime
prep tips.

Set Your Sights on Summer Security

Household property crime is typically highest in summer months

During the summer months, many families find their homes occupied by children who are out of school for the summer. Even if you have arranged childcare or alternate activities, you may discover that your home is occupied more often than during school
months. Here are some ways you can prep your home and kids for summer security.

Prepare a safe place for bikes and valuables, such as a locked shed

Install the ADT Pulse mobile app to monitor movements and home security at all times

Provide kids with reliable communication devices

Install cameras for summertime monitoring

Hone in on Summer Home Maintenance

Almost 90% of home burglaries
can be prevented by instituting
basic defenses

Take a few measures to help protect your home for the summer spike. Perform a home inspection and check for the following items:

Inspect all locks, doors, and windows for proper functionality

Ensure safe, well-lit pathways to home entrances

Check home for water damage that may have occurred during the spring thaw

Install cameras and security system for improved monitoring

Prepare for lawn maintenance

Make sure all lights are functioning

90%

Students are most likely to be victims of burglary

Talk to your kids about personal safety and teach them some basic safety concepts. Remind them of these safety slogans:

To shut and lock doors and windows when inside

Don’t open the door for unknown visitors

How to reach emergency services and know when it’s appropriate to call

Avoid publicly discussing travel and stay-at-home arrangements

Secure valuables and avoid flaunting high-priced electronics

Be aware of their surroundings

Don’t allow untrusted visitors inside your home

Keep lights on when at home

Summertime Safety Slogans

Home automation products and crafty landscaping can help reduce your carbon footprint and the likelihood of property crime

Here are some additional ways you can green your home and improve security:

Remind kids to keep doors and windows shut and secured

Install smart lighting to reduce your energy consumption and give the appearance of being home

Trim tall hedges and use rocks and thorny bushes under windows

Use home automation to monitor your home and manage your energy consumption

A study by the LAPD shows a 50% reduction in crime in neighborhoods with a video doorbell.

A Forbes article recommends using clever landscaping for burglary prevention.

Going Green for Summer Safety

50%

Beat the heat and avoid the summertime stress
with our safety tips.

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